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What is least amount of surface area possible on a rectangular prism with a volume of 64 cubic inches? What are the dimensions of this rectangular prism? LOTS OF POINTS

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Answer:

96

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Answer: 96in²

Step-by-step explanation:

A cube is the most efficient rectangular prism in terms of surface area.

A rectangular prism where l = 4in w = 4in h = 4in has a volume of 64in³

This rectangular prism has a surface area of 96in²

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